Herb Library

Chrysophyllum albidum

West African fruit tree used in Nigerian (Yoruba, Igbo) traditional medicine. Bark decoction for malaria and yellow fever. Seed powder for vaginal infections. Leaf for wound healing. Fruit is popular seasonal snack across Nigeria.

Ligusticum chuanxiong

TCM blood-moving and headache herb — "the herb that reaches the head." For headaches (all types), menstrual pain, and chest pain. Contains ligustrazine (tetramethylpyrazine) — used as IV drug in Chinese hospitals for cardiovascular disease.

Coriandrum sativum (leaf)

Fresh cilantro leaves — used for heavy metal chelation (disputed), digestive support, and as a nutritive herb. Different medicinal profile from coriander seed.

Cinchona officinalis

Source of quinine — the original antimalarial drug. Discovery changed world history. Tonic water contains trace quinine. Historical use for fever, malaria, and leg cramps. Largely replaced by synthetic drugs.

Pectis papposa

Native American medicinal plant used as laxative, carminative, eye medicine. Documented among Pima, Zuni.

Cinnamomum verum

A warming spice with a long history of use for digestive support and blood sugar balance. Ceylon cinnamon preferred over Cassia for supplements.

Cinnamomum verum (essential oil)

Cinnamon bark essential oil — extremely potent antimicrobial. MUST dilute heavily (0.5-1%). Used for oral health, respiratory support, and immune function.

Cinnamomum verum (Ceylon 500mg)

Ceylon cinnamon capsule — the safe variety for daily use (negligible coumarin). 500mg-1g twice daily with meals for blood sugar support. ALWAYS choose Ceylon over Cassia.

Cinnamomum verum

True cinnamon — contains 0.004% coumarin (250x less than Cassia). Safe for daily supplementation without liver risk. For blood sugar support, antioxidant protection, and anti-inflammatory benefits. Multiple thin layers when rolled (vs single thick Cassia).

Osmunda cinnamomea

Native American medicinal plant used as antirheumatic (external), febrifuge, snake bite remedy, tonic, analgesic, cold remedy. Documented among Cherokee, Iroquois, Menominee.

Cinnamomum verum + raw honey

Traditional folk remedy combining Ceylon cinnamon with raw honey. Used for sore throat, blood sugar support, and immune health. Popular home remedy worldwide.

Cinnamomum verum (tea)

Ceylon cinnamon sticks steeped in hot water — the safest daily cinnamon preparation. Sweet, warming flavor. Use Ceylon (not Cassia) for daily drinking.

Davilla rugosa

Traditional medicinal plant used for cathartic, emetic, tumor(testicle).

Guatteria scadens

A medicinal plant (Guatteria scadens) from the Annonaceae family used in traditional medicine.

Pelargonium citrosum

A medicinal plant (Pelargonium citrosum) from the Geraniaceae family used in traditional medicine.

Citrullus colocynthis (root)

Desert medicinal plant root used in Middle Eastern and North African traditional medicine for diabetes and joint pain. Root preparations considered less toxic than the extremely bitter fruit. Contains cucurbitacins. Used in Sudanese and Egyptian folk medicine.

Physalis heterophylla

Native American medicinal plant used as burn dressing, emetic, gastrointestinal aid, venereal aid, dietary aid. Documented among Iroquois, Lakota.

Salvia sclarea (essential oil)

Essential oil for women's health — used in aromatherapy for menstrual cramps, labor support, and emotional balance. Strong estrogen-like effects.

Triodanis perfoliata

Native American medicinal plant used as gastrointestinal aid, emetic. Documented among Cherokee, Meskwaki.

Osmorhiza claytonii

Native American medicinal plant used as dermatological aid, throat aid, dietary aid, eye medicine, gynecological aid, cough medicine. Documented among Chippewa, Menominee, Ojibwa.

Phacelia crenulata

Native American medicinal plant used as veterinary aid, antirheumatic (external), throat aid. Documented among Hopi, Keres, Western.

Phacelia crenulata

Native American medicinal plant used as veterinary aid. Documented among Hopi.

Cleistopholis patens

West African tree used in Yoruba and Igbo traditional medicine for malaria, fever, and pain. Bark decoction as antimalarial. Contains clerodane diterpenes and liriodenine. Important in Nigerian ethnomedicine for febrile illness.

Cleome droserifolia

Egyptian and Sinai desert herb used by Bedouin communities for diabetes management. Contains flavonoids and terpenoids. Clinical studies in Egypt show blood sugar-lowering effects. Traditionally gathered from wild in desert wadis.

Nicotiana clevelandii

Native American medicinal plant used as dermatological aid, ear medicine, emetic, hunting medicine. Documented among Cahuilla.

Ericameria cuneata

Native American medicinal plant used as cold remedy. Documented among Miwok.

Bowiea volubilis

Traditional medicinal plant used for cardiotonic, dropsy, fatality, poison, purgative, sterility.

Monarda clinopodia

A medicinal plant (Monarda clinopodia) from the Lamiaceae family used in traditional medicine.

Pycnanthemum clinopodioides

A medicinal plant (Pycnanthemum clinopodioides) from the Lamiaceae family used in traditional medicine.

Scirpus pallidus

Native American medicinal plant used as ceremonial medicine, emetic. Documented among Navajo, Ramah.

Gentiana andrewsii

Native American medicinal plant used as analgesic, eye medicine, febrifuge, liver aid, orthopedic aid, psychological aid. Documented among Iroquois, Meskwaki.

Rubus chamaemorus

Native American medicinal plant used as gynecological aid, reproductive aid, cough medicine, febrifuge, tuberculosis remedy. Documented among Cree, Woodlands, Micmac.

Syzygium aromaticum

A warming aromatic spice with potent antimicrobial properties, traditionally used for oral health and digestive support.

Syzygium aromaticum (oil)

Clove bud essential oil — extremely potent antimicrobial. Used for toothache, oral health, and digestive support. MUST dilute heavily.

Syzygium aromaticum (essential oil)

Natural dental analgesic — 80-90% eugenol. Drop on cotton for toothache (FDA-approved active ingredient in OTC dental products). Also antimicrobial and antifungal. EXTERNAL USE ONLY (undiluted). Dilute for massage/aromatherapy.

Syzygium aromaticum (dental use)

Clove oil specifically for dental pain — eugenol is a natural anesthetic and antiseptic. Apply a tiny amount on cotton to the affected tooth. Temporary relief only.

Syzygium aromaticum (tea)

Whole cloves steeped in hot water — warming digestive tea with antimicrobial benefits. 3-4 cloves per cup. Also a traditional toothache remedy (chew a clove).

Opuntia clavata

Native American medicinal plant used as dermatological aid, veterinary aid. Documented among Keres, Western.

Lycopodium annotinum

A medicinal plant (Lycopodium annotinum) from the Lycopodiaceae family used in traditional medicine.

Lycopodium sp.

Native American medicinal plant used as gynecological aid, pediatric aid, urinary aid, anticonvulsive, diuretic, hemostat. Documented among Algonquin, Quebec, Iroquois, Micmac.

Sanicula odorata

Native American medicinal plant used as analgesic, kidney aid, witchcraft medicine, dermatological aid, hemostat. Documented among Malecite, Menominee, Meskwaki.

Orobanche fasciculata

Native American medicinal plant used as dermatological aid, pulmonary aid, cancer treatment, poison, panacea, pediatric aid. Documented among Blackfoot, Keres, Western, Montana Indian.

Rumex conglomeratus

Native American medicinal plant used as herbal steam, dermatological aid. Documented among Karok, Miwok.

Rosa pisocarpa

Native American medicinal plant used as throat aid, gynecological aid, antidiarrheal, antiemetic, dermatological aid, venereal aid. Documented among Snohomish, Squaxin, Thompson.

Boykinia occidentalis

Native American medicinal plant used as tuberculosis remedy. Documented among Quileute.

Leucothoe axillaris

Native American medicinal plant used as analgesic, antirheumatic (external), antirheumatic (internal), dermatological aid, other, stimulant. Documented among Cherokee.

Marah oreganus

Native American medicinal plant used as dermatological aid, tuberculosis remedy, poison, antirheumatic (external), urinary aid, venereal aid. Documented among Chehalis, Karok, Mendocino Indian.

Hypericum brachyphyllum

Native American medicinal plant used as cathartic. Documented among Seminole.